Example: Wir müssen uns beeilen, sonst verpassen wir den Zug.
Definition
"Sich beeilen" means to hurry or move quickly in order to do something faster or to avoid being late. It is used when someone needs to speed up their actions, as in the example phrase: 'Wir müssen uns beeilen, sonst verpassen wir den Zug' (We must hurry, or we'll miss the train).
Translations
hurry up
darse prisa
opschieten
afanyar-se
se dépêcher
Etymology
The phrase "sich beeilen" comes from the German reflexive verb 'beeilen,' which originates from the Middle High German word 'bīlen,' meaning to hasten or hurry. The reflexive pronoun 'sich' emphasizes that the action is done by oneself, reflecting the need for personal urgency.
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